I. ˈlēj adjective
Etymology: Middle English, from Anglo-French lige , from Late Latin laeticus, from laetus serf, of Germanic origin; akin to Old Frisian let serf
Date: 14th century
1.
a. : having the right to feudal allegiance or service
his liege lord
b. : obligated to render feudal allegiance and service
2. : faithful , loyal
II. noun
Date: 14th century
1.
a. : a vassal bound to feudal service and allegiance
b. : a loyal subject
2. : a feudal superior to whom allegiance and service are due